University of Warsaw Information Sheet 2021/2022

Name of institution in English University of Warsaw Website https://en.uw.edu.pl/ INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE International Relations Office www.iro.edu.pl Website Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28, 00-927 Warszawa, Poland Location: Central Campus, Casimir Palace Address 2nd floor, rooms 22, 24, 28, 29c https://en.uw.edu.pl/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/main- campus-map-blok-2017.pdf Head of the Office and Erasmus Ms. Sylwia SALAMON Institutional Coordinator [email protected] CONTACT INFORMATION Exchange Coordinator Ms. Karolina TRYBOWSKA-GREN Incoming and outgoing mobility +48 22 55 24 082 of students and academic staff, [email protected] agreements More staff contact information http://en.bwz.uw.edu.pl/contact-us/ (incl. Erasmus+) List of Mobility Departmental http://en.bwz.uw.edu.pl/mobility-coordinators/ Coordinators EXCHANGE PROGRAMME INFORMATION Academic System Two-semester system Academic Year: 1st October – 30th June (the last date may vary from year to year) Academic Calendar Fall semester (1st semester): 1st October – mid February (exams included) Spring semester (2nd semester): mid-February – 30th June http://en.bwz.uw.edu.pl/academic-calendar/ Fall semester or full academic year: 15th May Spring semester: 15th November

Deadlines for applications The exchange coordinator at student’s home university is required to submit nominations via email by: 1st May (Fall semester of full academic year) 1st November (Spring semester) Admission website https://irk.uw.edu.pl/en-gb/ (online registration compulsory) Fall semester: last week of September Orientation week (exact dates may vary from year to year) Spring semester: first week of the semester

Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28, 00-927 Warsaw, phone: +48 22 55 24 082 email: [email protected], www.bwz.uw.edu.pl, www.iro.uw.edu.pl First cycle – Bachelor level (3 years) Academic Levels offered to Second cycle – Master level Exchange students (2 years; 5 years only in case of Psychology and Law) Third cycle – Doctoral level (3 or 4 years) Course Catalogue http://informatorects.uw.edu.pl/en/ Polish & English Language of Instruction For details please check the websites of relevant faculties or http://informatorects.uw.edu.pl/en/ Compulsory Language Requirements for Incoming B2 or equivalent Polish or English Students Workload per semester Maximum 30 ECTS ACCOMODATION The University of Warsaw has a limited number of places in student houses available for incoming students. The majority of places available at dormitories are in double rooms with a shared bathroom and kitchen. Students apply for accommodation in the on-line application form at https://irk.uw.edu.pl/en-gb/ (one form for both studies General Information and accommodation). The places are assigned on a “first come first served” basis, therefore it is important to apply as early as possible.

Please note that in the 2020/2021 academic year the IRO could not offer accommodation in dormitories and guest houses based on local regulations imposed due to the global pandemic. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Exchange students are entitled to one class of Polish language, to one class of foreign language (other than Polish) and to one Free Courses sports class free of charge in addition to courses offered by their receiving unit (within the limit of 30 ECTS/semester). Citizens of non-EU/EFTA countries which are not listed as visa free countries may enter Poland and stay within its territory on a basis of Schengen or national visa. Visa Requirements / Information For more information please visit http://welcome.uw.edu.pl/before-you-arrive/visas-residence- permit/ Health insurance is mandatory for all students for the whole duration of their stay in Poland. International students and academics are strongly advised to purchase third party liability Health Insurance insurance and accident insurance in their home countries. For more information please visit http://welcome.uw.edu.pl/before-you-arrive/health-insurance/ Living Costs http://welcome.uw.edu.pl/before-you-arrive/living-costs/ Updated: 18th January 2021 Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28, 00-927 Warsaw, phone: +48 22 55 24 082 email: [email protected], www.bwz.uw.edu.pl, www.iro.uw.edu.pl